Electric Motor Design Engineer
On-site · Seminole, Oklahoma, United States
Job Summary
Lead reverse engineering projects of DC and AC motors. Design and develop AC and DC electric motors (e.g., induction, PM, BLDC, synchronous, etc.). Perform electromagnetic, thermal, and mechanical analysis using simulation tools (FEA/CFD). Lead and perform reverse engineering efforts including full motor teardown and documentation, dimensional analysis and material identification, winding analysis and replication, and magnetic circuit evaluation. Create detailed CAD models, drawings, and manufacturing documentation. Develop motor performance specifications and validation test plans. Conduct performance testing (efficiency, torque, speed, thermal, vibration, noise). Analyze and optimize motor efficiency. Work closely with manufacturing to ensure design for manufacturability. Support prototyping, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis. Evaluate competitor products and recommend design improvements. Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards. Lead programs through production launch, including supplier selection and qualification. Ownership of developing validation methodologies to correlate simulation results with physical test data.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in electric motor design and development
- experience with motor simulation tools
- Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor)
- Hands-on experience with motor teardown and reverse engineering
- Understanding of winding techniques, lamination stacks, magnets, and insulation systems
- Familiarity with motor manufacturing processes and materials
- Ability to interpret and create detailed engineering drawings
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